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Auburn Owes Hugh Freeze $15.4 Million If Fired Next Season

If Auburn parts ways with Hugh Freeze after 2025, the Tigers would owe him $15.4 million, per his contract terms. Freeze’s 6-year deal, signed in Nov. 2022, guarantees 75% of his remaining salary if fired. The buyout decreases to $9.75 million after 2026, $4.87 million after 2027, and 0 by 2028. Auburn also covers Freeze’s car, gas, insurance & country club membership.